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| The Queen & Prince Albert Polka 1840 Color Lithograph After John Brandard, Artist M. & N. Hanhart, Lithographer The Victoria & Albert Museum |
Here, we see the cover from the sheet music for a popular song written in time for the wedding—“The Queen & Prince Albert Polka.” The cover depicts Queen Victoria in a white gown wearing the sash of the Order of the Garter, as one does when one polkas, and Prince Albert in a very handsome red military jacket with epaulettes. They look out to the viewer as if to entreat them to join in the festivities. A border of gold, scrolled foliage surrounds the image and title.
It’s very cute. I want it.
2 comments:
"Victoria in a white gown wearing the sash of the Order of the Garter"
Was wondering if that is the same stunning gem encrusted medal the current Queen is known to wear?
Hi Doni. It's the same Order, but a different badge. Victoria's garter insignia are preserved in the Royal Collection. Typically, new garter insignia are created for each monarch. However, Elizabeth II has been known to sometimes wear her grandmother's (Mary of Teck's) garter badges. Victoria's were somewhat different in scale because she was so tiny. Thanks for reading, Doni!
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